Programme Manager Location: Barnsley (3 days in office) Client: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council Contract Type: Temporary (4 months) Hours: Full time Salary: £31.80 per hour (Umbrella) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to join the Early Start and Families Service. This role focuses on delivering key projects related to Family Hubs and Early Years Childcare, supporting the council’s transformation agenda and aligning with the national Giving Every Child the Best Start in Life Strategy. The successful candidate will lead the Families Hubs Transformation Plan and contribute to service delivery improvements, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the development and delivery of strategic programmes and projects. Drive service transformation and change management initiatives. Coordinate multi-agency work to ensure coherent strategies and operational approaches. Develop and implement early help and prevention interventions. Represent the council at regional and national meetings as the Programme Lead. Support service managers with business cases and project proposals. Manage budgets and maximise external funding opportunities. Ensure robust quality assurance and data maturity frameworks are in place.Experience & Knowledge Proven experience in programme and project delivery with measurable outcomes. Strong background in se...